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Migraines
What are the symptoms of migraine?
Migraines are commonly preceded by warning symptoms (prodrome), that may include depression, irritability, restlessness, loss of appetite, and a characteristic "aura" - usually a visual disturbance such as flashing lights or a localized area of blindness that follows the appearance of brilliantly colored shimmering lights. Migraines may also involve nausea, vomiting, and changes in vision.
Medical Treatments
Over the counter nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as aspirin (Bayer®, Ecotrin®, Bufferin®), ibuprofen (Motrin®, Advil®), and naproxen (Aleve®), may help provide pain relief in mild cases.
Commonly used prescription drugs include, Fioricet (or it’s generic Butalbital), a pain reliever and sedative used to relieve moderate pain and tension headaches; Imitrex, used to treat migraine headache attacks once they occur, but not effective in preventing migraines; and Esgic Plus, a pain reliever and relaxant containing butalbital and acetaminophen.
Treatment might also include avoidance of certain triggers, such as alcohol and specific foods. Some individuals might benefit from the correction of vision.
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